Anna Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-uh / ˈænəHebrew; Latin; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: Grace; Latin: Favor; Greek: Full of grace
Historical & Cultural Background
Anna is a name with deep roots in various cultures, notably in Hebrew tradition where it is associated with grace. It has been popularized in Christian contexts through the New Testament, where Anna is the name of a prophetess. The name has also been widely used in literature and art throughout history, symbolizing femininity and virtue.
Trend Summary
Anna has consistently remained a popular name in the United States, frequently appearing in the top 100 names for girls.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ana
- Ann
- Annie
International Variants
- Ana (Spanish)
- Hannah (Hebrew)
- Anne (French)
- Anja (Dutch)
Famous people named Anna
Anna Pavlova was a renowned Russian ballerina, celebrated for her role in popularizing ballet around the world.
Anna Wintour is a prominent British-American journalist and editor, known for her influential role as the editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine.
Anna Kendrick is an American actress and singer, recognized for her performances in films such as 'Pitch Perfect' and 'Up in the Air.'.
Anna Freud was an Austrian-British psychoanalyst, known for her work in child psychology and her contributions to the field of psychoanalysis.
Fictional characters named Anna
Anna is a central character in Disney's 'Frozen,' known for her adventurous spirit and determination to save her sister.
Anna Karenina is the title character in Leo Tolstoy's novel 'Anna Karenina,' representing the struggles of love and societal expectations.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anna was first seen in the United States in 1880. Anna has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, District of Columbia, Kentucky, and California. In the past 5 years the name Anna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anna (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 31 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 16 |
| 1883 | 16 |
| 1884 | 20 |
| 1885 | 20 |
| 1886 | 15 |
| 1887 | 13 |
| 1888 | 26 |
| 1889 | 23 |
| 1890 | 20 |
| 1891 | 15 |
| 1892 | 20 |
| 1893 | 17 |
| 1894 | 20 |
| 1895 | 18 |
| 1896 | 17 |
| 1897 | 19 |
| 1898 | 31 |
| 1899 | 23 |
| 1900 | 25 |
| 1901 | 18 |
| 1902 | 16 |
| 1903 | 18 |
| 1904 | 16 |
| 1905 | 21 |
| 1906 | 13 |
| 1907 | 20 |
| 1908 | 10 |
| 1909 | 24 |
| 1910 | 21 |
| 1911 | 20 |
| 1912 | 29 |
| 1913 | 31 |
| 1914 | 40 |
| 1915 | 31 |
| 1916 | 35 |
| 1917 | 33 |
| 1918 | 31 |
| 1919 | 42 |
| 1920 | 33 |
| 1921 | 28 |
| 1922 | 41 |
| 1923 | 38 |
| 1924 | 32 |
| 1925 | 34 |
| 1926 | 48 |
| 1927 | 49 |
| 1928 | 51 |
| 1929 | 42 |
| 1930 | 52 |
| 1931 | 33 |
| 1932 | 38 |
| 1933 | 25 |
| 1934 | 25 |
| 1935 | 30 |
| 1936 | 37 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1938 | 22 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 25 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 24 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 17 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 29 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 28 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 58 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |